Digital Nomad Visa in Bermuda
If you are planning to spend a season working remotely surrounded by natural beauty and enjoying a country with a high quality of life, the Island of Bermuda and its Digital Nomad visa can be an excellent opportunity to do so.
Starting August 2020, the “Work From Bermuda” program for people who are looking to study or work remotely from the Island of Bermuda will begin. In this way, they join countries such as Georgia, Iceland and Malta along with others that offer this type of visa for digital nomads.
How to apply for the digital nomad residence permit in Bermuda?
What is the Bermuda digital nomad visa?
It is a permit that allows the applicant to reside in the Island of Bermuda for a period of one year while studying or working remotely. It is possible to apply for an extension of this permit but it will depend on each case whether it is approved or not.
What are the requirements to apply?
The necessary requirements to apply for the visa in Bermuda are:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Pay the visa application fee of USD 263.
- Not to have a criminal record.
- Have medical insurance to cover your stay in Bermuda.
- Demonstrate that you work for a company from a country outside Bermuda or that you are a business owner.
- If applying as a student, demonstrate enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate program at a university.
- Have sufficient money or monthly income to support your stay in Bermuda.
How to apply for the Bermuda visa?
To apply for the visa for digital nomads in Bermuda it is necessary to access the “Work from Bermuda” website.
The process is 100% online. When completing the form you must attach proof of employment contract or enrollment in a university, a valid passport photo, and all the information to meet the requirements.
All documentation must be submitted in English.
The Work From Bermuda visa approval certificate will be received via email.
Is it possible to apply with accompanying persons?
Yes, it is possible to apply with companions for the digital nomad visa. Both spouses and children must complete a separate form and pay the application fee.
How much does it cost to apply for the digital nomad visa in Bermuda?
The cost to apply for the digital nomad visa is $263. The same amount must be paid for each accompanying person as a family member.
How long does the process take?
The application process takes approximately five working days.
Benefits
You will not have to pay income tax for the duration of your visa in Bermuda.
If you apply with children, they will be able to access public or private education on the island.
You will be able to buy a car.
The term of the migratory benefit is of one year. It is possible to request the extension of the permit for an equal period. The government of the Island of Bermuda studies each particular case of extension and will decide if it approves or not the petition.